Kenya · Central Kenya
Mount Kenya National Park
Africa's second-highest peak, and its most rewarding non-technical trek.
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Point Lenana at 4,985 m is reachable by fit trekkers without technical climbing; the true summits, Batian and Nelion, are for roped climbers. Routes climb through farmland, bamboo, giant heather and alpine tarns in a few days.
Sirimon, Chogoria and Naro Moru are the main routes. Ascending on Sirimon and descending on Chogoria is the combination we recommend for scenery and acclimatisation.
Why Mount Kenya National Park is unique
- Africa's second-highest mountain
- Glacial valleys and Afro-alpine scenery
- Multi-day trekking routes for varied abilities
- UNESCO-listed mountain ecosystem
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What you can expect to see
- Elephant and buffalo in the lower forest zones
- Rock hyrax and endemic alpine plants near the tarns
- Scarlet-tufted sunbird in the giant lobelia
Things to do
- Sirimon–Chogoria traverse to Point Lenana
- Shorter Naro Moru ascent for tight schedules
- Technical climbs on Nelion with a certified mountain guide
- Day hikes and forest walks from the foothills
When to go
January – February
Driest and clearest conditions of the year.
July – September
Second dry window; cold but stable.
Getting there
- Road to Nanyuki or Chogoria trailheads, three to five hours from Nairobi.
- Scheduled flights to Nanyuki shorten the drive considerably.
Where to base yourself
- Nanyuki and Naro Moru lodges before and after the trek
- Mountain huts and camps on the route itself
Planning notes from our team
- Take the extra acclimatisation day. Summit success rates rise sharply with five days over four.
- Temperatures drop well below freezing at the high camps — a four-season bag is essential.
Common questions
Do I need climbing experience for Point Lenana?
No, but you need good fitness and a head for altitude. The final push is a pre-dawn scramble on scree and rock, not a technical climb.
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